Definition and Meaning:
The term "soberly" in the biblical context generally refers to a state of clear-mindedness, self-control, and moderation. It is often associated with living a life that is disciplined and free from excess, particularly in relation to one's thoughts, actions, and consumption of substances like alcohol.

Biblical References:
The concept of living soberly is emphasized throughout the New Testament, where it is often linked with virtues such as righteousness and godliness. The Apostle Paul frequently addresses the importance of sobriety in the life of a believer.

1. Titus 2:11-12 : "For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all men. It instructs us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live sensible, upright, and godly lives in the present age." Here, the term "sensible" is synonymous with living soberly, highlighting the call to a life of self-control and moderation.

2. 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8 : "So then, let us not sleep as the others do, but let us remain awake and sober. For those who sleep, sleep at night; and those who get drunk, get drunk at night. But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and the helmet of our hope of salvation." This passage contrasts sobriety with drunkenness, urging believers to remain vigilant and self-controlled as they await the return of Christ.

3. 1 Peter 1:13 : "Therefore prepare your minds for action. Be sober-minded. Set your hope fully on the grace to be given you at the revelation of Jesus Christ." Peter calls for a sober-mindedness that prepares believers for spiritual action and focuses their hope on future grace.

Theological Significance:
Living soberly is a reflection of a transformed life in Christ. It is an outward expression of an inward change, where the believer's priorities align with God's will. Sobriety is not merely about abstaining from alcohol or other substances but encompasses a broader lifestyle of discipline and self-control.

Practical Application:
Believers are encouraged to practice sobriety in various aspects of life, including:

· Thought Life: Maintaining a clear and focused mind, free from distractions and harmful influences.
· Behavior: Exhibiting self-control in actions, avoiding excesses, and living a life that honors God.
· Speech: Speaking with wisdom and restraint, avoiding gossip, slander, and coarse language.
· Consumption: Exercising moderation in eating, drinking, and other areas of consumption, ensuring that nothing takes precedence over one's relationship with God.

Cultural Context:
In the Greco-Roman world, where excess and indulgence were often celebrated, the call to live soberly was countercultural. Early Christians were distinguished by their disciplined lifestyles, which served as a testimony to their faith and commitment to Christ.

Conclusion:
The biblical exhortation to live soberly is a timeless principle that remains relevant for believers today. It calls for a life marked by self-control, vigilance, and a focus on eternal values, reflecting the transformative power of the Gospel in every aspect of life.1. (adv.) In a sober manner; temperately; coolly; calmly; gravely; seriously.

2. (a.) Grave; serious; solemn; sad.

4996. sophronos -- with sound mind
... with sound mind. Part of Speech: Adverb Transliteration: sophronos Phonetic Spelling:
(so-fron'-oce) Short Definition: soberly, with moderation Definition ...
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4993. sophroneo -- to be of sound mind, ie to be temperate
... be in right mind, be sober minded. From sophron; to be of sound mind, ie Sane,
(figuratively) moderate -- be in right mind, be sober (minded), soberly. ...
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Brought up Thus Modestly and Soberly, and Made Subject Rather by ...
... Book IX Chapter IX Brought up thus modestly and soberly, and made subject
rather by Thee to her parents? Brought up thus modestly ...
/.../augustine/the confessions of saint augustine/chapter ix brought up thus.htm

Titus ii. 14-Nov
... of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared unto all men, Teaching them that, denying
ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and ...
/.../homily v titus ii 14-nov.htm

What May be Discovered to Him by God.
... This in Thy sight is clear to me, and let it become more and more clear, I beseech
Thee; and in that manifestation let me abide more soberly under Thy wings. ...
/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter xi what may be discovered.htm

Sober Thinking
... the grace that is given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of
himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as ...
/.../maclaren/romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/sober thinking.htm

The Presentation of this Doctrine is Especially Necessary, if it ...
... The presentation of this doctrine is especially necessary, if it is treated skillfully,
soberly, and reverently, that is, that not any thing else be treated ...
/.../arminius/the works of james arminius vol 3/thesis 20 the presentation of.htm

Whether Drink is the Matter of Sobriety?
... Now we ought to be guided by the measure in all things appertaining to us: for it
is written (Titus 2:12): "We should live soberly and justly and godly," where ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether drink is the matter.htm

The Heinous Sin of Drunkenness
... with the Spirit" of that Savior, after whose name they were called, and whose religion
taught them to abstain from a filthy sin, and to live soberly as they ...
/.../selected sermons of george whitefield/the heinous sin of drunkenness.htm

The Transfiguration
... well pleased. Hear ye him.'. How soberly, simply, modestly, they tell this
strange story. How differently they might have told it. A ...
/.../kingsley/town and country sermons/sermon iii the transfiguration.htm

Directions to Church-Wardens, &C.
... sermon behave themselves orderly, soberly, and reverently, kneeling at the prayers,
standing at the belief, and sitting or standing quietly and attentively at ...
/.../prideaux/directions to church-wardens/directions to church-wardens &c.htm

The Scriptures
... Sanctify them through thy truth.' The Scripture presses holiness, so as no other
book ever did: it bids us live soberly, righteously, and godly;' Titus 2:12 ...
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Soberly (2 Occurrences)
... gravely; seriously. 2. (a.) Grave; serious; solemn; sad. Multi-Version
Concordance Soberly (2 Occurrences). Romans 12:3 For I say ...
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Sober (18 Occurrences)
... through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of
himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as ...
/s/sober.htm - 12k

Sober-minded (9 Occurrences)
Sober-minded. Soberly, Sober-minded. Sober-mindedness . Noah Webster's Dictionary ...
(WEY YLT). Soberly, Sober-minded. Sober-mindedness . Reference Bible.
/s/sober-minded.htm - 9k

Ungodliness (9 Occurrences)
... Titus 2:12 instructing us to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts,
we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world; (WEB ...
/u/ungodliness.htm - 9k

Justly (22 Occurrences)
... Titus 2:12 teaching us that, having denied impiety and worldly lusts, we should
live soberly, and justly, and piously in the present course of things, (DBY). ...
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Lusts (28 Occurrences)
... Titus 2:12 instructing us to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts,
we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world; (WEB ...
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Godly (50 Occurrences)
... Titus 2:12 instructing us to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts,
we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world; (WEB ...
/g/godly.htm - 21k

Intent (37 Occurrences)
... Titus 2:12 instructing us to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts,
we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world; (WEB ...
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Instructing (14 Occurrences)
... Titus 2:12 instructing us to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts,
we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world; (WEB ...
/i/instructing.htm - 10k

Irreligion (1 Occurrence)
... Titus 2:12 instructing us to the intent that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts,
we would live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world; (See ...
/i/irreligion.htm - 6k

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